Councillor Glen's Stittsville Updates

Councillor Glen Gower
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Every Saturday morning, Councillor Glen Gower shares news and info for Stittsville residents.

  1. 6d ago

    Aug 22: Stittsville's newest school

    Good morning! Today I’m in front of École élémentaire publique Cassiopée – Stittsville’s newest elementary school. It’s located in Westwood at the corner of Cope and Dagenham. It opens to students this week, along with other french-language schools in Stittsville. A reminder to drivers to slow down, put your phone away, and follow traffic and parking rules, especially near schools. And good luck to students heading back to class!   Bonjour! Ce matin, je me trouve devant l’École élémentaire publique Cassiopée, la plus récente école élémentaire de Stittsville. Elle est située dans le quartier Westwood, à l’angle des rues Cope et Dagenham. Elle accueillera ses premiers élèves cette semaine, tout comme d’autres écoles francophones de Stittsville. J’en profite pour rappeler aux automobilistes de ralentir, de ranger leur téléphone et de respecter les règles de circulation et de stationnement, particulièrement aux abords des écoles. Et bonne rentrée à tous les élèves qui retournent en classe!   This week’s updates: Tomorrow, August 23: Pride Flag Raising Ceremony on Sunday at 11am at Village Square ParkToday: 10th Anniversary of parkrun in CanadaToday: Sweet Corn FestivalAugust 25: OC Transpo customer info session; OC Transpo fall service changesAugust 7: Music & Movies in the Park (Stittsville Village Association)Check out the draft plans for Fernbank District ParkIntroducing “Stittsville Neighbour Days”, September 18-27Thank you Erica Wiebe, and thank you Kiwanis!  Have an excellent week!   –Councillor Glen

    Aug 22: Stittsville's newest school

  2. Aug 15

    August 15: Celebrating Erica Wiebe

    Good morning! Today I’m at CARDELREC - home of the Erica Wiebe Gymnasium. Erica will be here this afternoon for a special event to celebrate 10 years since she won an Olympic Gold Medal in Rio in wrestling. Drop by between 3:30pm-6:30pm to Meet Erica, see some wrestling, and grab a bit from local food trucks. It’s free and everyone is welcome. More info...   This week’s updates: Kiwanis Movie Night tonight at Village Square ParkLegion 100th Birthday Celebration on SundayAugust 23: Pride Week Flag Raising CeremonyAugust 25: OC Transpo Customer Info SessionThe Stittsville Flea Market on Carp Road is closing downLaunch of 2026 Welcome to Stittsville Newcomer’s Guide Ottawa 200 time capsuleHuntmar Drive lane closure from August 17-21CARDELREC pool maintenance from August 17-September 7  Have an excellent week!   –Councillor Glen

    August 15: Celebrating Erica Wiebe

  3. Aug 8

    August 8: A new play structure at Crossway Park

    Good morning! Today I’m at Crossway Park, checking out the newly-opened play structure! A great new amenity for the Connections community.   Upcoming events: Tonight: Music & Movies in the Park with The Jivewires and Mamma Mia!August 15: Celebrating 10 Years of Olympic Gold with Erica WiebeAugust 23: Pride Week Flag Raising Ceremony at Village Square ParkMore info at glengower.ca/events/  This week’s updates: Fire on FernbankA flipped car on CopeA visit to the Ottawa Police Mounted Unit stablesMilestone LRT test for the west endMosquitoes/West Nile VirusOC Transpo Customer Info Sessions (including August 25 in Kanata)Para Transpo TalksNew site plan for 723 PutneyPaul Lindsay Park stormwater pond maintenance & Granite Ridge (Iber Road) stormwater pond maintenanceOngoing construction: Stittsville Main Street, Hazeldean Road, Palladium DriveCity secures legal ownership of Amberway Park after 68 yearsCongrats to Greg McPherson - On the Road 4 Mental HealthMoth research at Ladybirds Park  Have an excellent week!   –Councillor Glen

    August 8: A new play structure at Crossway Park

  4. Jul 25

    July 25: Indoor water park and hotel proposed for Stittsville

    Good morning! Today I’m at Alexander Grove - one of Stittsville’s gems. Massive pine trees, a classic ball diamond, soccer fields, tennis, the Johnny Leroux Arena and community centre, and access to the Poole Creek pathway.   This week’s updates: Events this weekend: West Side Pride Stittsville Jamboree Fundraiser ReStore Book Fair (Habitat for Humanity) Hazardous Waste Depot Watermain break at Iber & Harry DouglasWhat should we put in the Ottawa 200 time capsule?Proposal for an indoor water park and hotel in StittsvilleEmergency preparednessJuly 1 storm updateA heads up about “distraction thefts”Ottawa’s Tree Protection By-lawTraffic safety infrastructure coming to Stittsville in 2026/2027Paul Lindsay Park stormwater pond updateTrans Canada Trail re-gravelling delayed to protect turtlesReminder to keep your dogs on leash  Have an excellent week!   –Councillor Glen

    July 25: Indoor water park and hotel proposed for Stittsville

  5. Jul 18

    July 18: Bradley-Craig barn restoration

    Good morning! Today I’m on Mantra Street near the Bradley-Craig farm. The big red barn recently received a fresh new coat of paint. Over the past few years Richcraft has been restoring both the farmhouse and the barn. Both buildings have heritage designation.   This week’s update: West Side Pride on July 25Olympic wrestler Erica Wiebe returns on August 15Crossway Park play structure updateVegetation removal behind Loreka CourtUpdate on the development proposal at Hazeldean & SavageNext phase of “Palladium Terrace” apartments at Palladium and DerreenJuly 1 storm update - more than 6300 homes affected city-wideCouncil votes to reduce development chargesCrossing Guard Park - honouring Peter Clark and crossing guards everywherePolice commercial vehicle safety blitzOpen-air fires are not allowed in StittsvilleA reminder about respecting accessible parking spaces  Have an excellent week!   –Councillor Glen

    July 18: Bradley-Craig barn restoration

  6. Jul 11

    July 11: Recovering from the storm

    Good morning! Today I’m at the stormwater pond between Boulonnais Grove and Paseana Place, and Terry Fox Drive (stormwater facility #1353). Stormwater ponds play a major role in flood control during major rain storms like the one we saw on July 1. This pond provides overflow capacity for the surrounding neighbourhood, and outlets via the Monaghan Drain to the Jock River and eventually the Rideau River.   This week’s updates: Recovering from the July 1 storm - if you had flooding, make a report via ottawa.ca/311/ plus more storm resources available at ottawa.caCanada Day thank youTransportation & Mobility Action PlanCommittee approves renovictions by-lawCommittee votes “no” to Stittsville West urban expanion5100 Robert Grant Avenue - Village Green updateDevelopment updates: Hazeldean @ Savage update; new development proposed for Palladium @ DerreenStittsville Main flower basket programPaul Lindsay Park stormwater maintenanceBus stop construction on Abbott @ Robert GrantUpcoming events: Cricket festival, West Side Pride, weekly parkrun, weekly Market @ the barnOttawa Charge are moving to StittsvilleOC Transpo youth ride free all summer  Have a great week!   –Councillor Glen

    July 11: Recovering from the storm

  7. Jun 27

    June 27: Stittsville Canada Day preview

    Good morning! Today I’m at Banyon Park in the Timbermere neighbourhood.   This week’s updates: Wrapping up the Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural FestivalSunday: Stittsville Family Bike RideSunday: Hazardous Waste Depot at Trail Road landfillCanada Day event previewOC Transpo summer service begins on SundayFree youth fares on OC Transpo starting July 1Hydro One tree cutting on Maple GroveUpdating on construction blasting in StittsvilleCommemorative street names for Tysen Lefebvre and Collinda JosephHydro Ottawa annual reportSpeed limit changes for Abbott, Fernbank, Westwood neighbourhoodE-scooter safety at committeeRouncey Park splash pad updateStaying healthy in hot weather  Have an excellent week!   –Councillor Glen

    June 27: Stittsville Canada Day preview

  8. Jun 20

    June 20: Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural Festival

    Good morning! Today I’m at Village Square Park, ahead of our Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural Festival happening from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Over 130 participants: performers, exhibitors, food vendors, community services, and lots more. See you there!   This week’s updates: Stittsville Front Porch Concerts postponed to next ThursdayJune 21 is National Indigenous Peoples DayJune 24 showcase at Space & Time StudiosStittsville Family Bike Ride on June 28 + Let’s Bike OttawaCanada Day previewCongrats to West Side Pride on a great Pride BreakfastRecap: Roger Griffiths Avenue street naming ceremonyWhat was causing the overnight noise in StittsvilleWild Parsnip treatment at local parksCarp Road construction updateStittsville North future neighbourhood concept plansQueensway construction updateRouncey Park splash pad undergoing repairsHazardous Waste Depot on June 28 at Trail Road LandfillCongrats Mya Vaslet, drafted by PWHL HamiltonCongrats to local graduatesHappy Father’s Day  Have a great week!   –Councillor Glen

    June 20: Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural Festival
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